The average train between Mainz and Apolda takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz to Apolda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Mainz and Apolda. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mainz is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Apolda at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 52m • 2 changes


3h 47m • 2 changes


3h 48m • 2 changes


3h 47m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Apolda station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Mainz to Apolda train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Apolda train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
Book your Mainz to Apolda train tickets online with vlexx, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Apolda is 256.6 km. The road distance is 330 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–190 and the journey takes 2h 15m.